MITS5001: IT Project Management - Information System Project

This IT project management assignment presents a project proposal for the development and deployment of an information system for a Global Charity Foundation. The project aims to replace the manual record-keeping system with a fully automated system to increase efficiency and reduce manual labor. The assignment includes detailed sections on project goals, objectives, requirements (functional and non-functional), team skills, and a comprehensive project plan. The project plan encompasses background, scope, work breakdown structure, time requirements, resource needs, Gantt chart, network diagram, cost estimation, quality planning, stakeholder analysis, communication planning, risk management, project deployment, and post-project review. The project's scope includes deploying the system within three months with a budget of $250,000, aiming to reduce operational issues and automate food supply. The work breakdown structure divides the project into phases like initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing. The time required is 56 days excluding holidays. Resource needs include personnel, software, and hardware. The assignment includes a Gantt chart, network diagram, and cost estimation. Quality planning is addressed by appointing a quality control manager. Stakeholders are identified, and communication plans are outlined. Risk management identifies potential risks such as schedule, budget, resource shortages, and technical issues. Finally, the assignment offers recommendations for training and maintenance. The project's successful deployment is anticipated, and a project sign-off is planned.